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How to apply for ECU Health Financial Assistance — ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital (Edgecombe County)

ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital, Tarboro, part of the ECU Health system (formerly Vidant).

Who it's for

ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital in Tarboro is the main hospital serving Edgecombe County. ECU Health offers charity care (financial assistance) for emergency and medically necessary care to patients who cannot afford to pay, based on household income and the system's policy. Apply by asking for a financial assistance application or calling ECU Health financial assistance.

Edgecombe: ECU Health financial assistance covers emergency and medically necessary care; the award depends on household income and ECU Health's published policy.

What you'll need

  • Completed hospital financial assistance application
  • Proof of household income
  • Proof of identity and residency

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-252-847-4472

Renewals

per application / episode of care

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